RICHARD W. ROSE age 66, beloved father of Ryan (wife Emily) and Kasey (Evan Russo); cherished son of Patricia (nee Gunn) and the late Daniel; dearest brother of Patti, Timothy (wife Terry) and Geoffrey (wife Greta); dear uncle and great-uncle of many.
Richard was born on August 31, 1956 and passed away on April 16, 2023. He grew up in South Euclid and raised his family in Chagrin Falls. He graduated from St. Ignatius High School in 1974 and graduated from John Carroll University with his Bachelor’s degree. Richard was a stellar baseball player spending time as a catcher and a short stop. He played AAA ball. He loved to golf, bowl, watch movies and was an avid reader. He was also a huge Cleveland sports fan especially the Cleveland Browns and Indians. He loved Classic Rock, 80’s music, and was a friend of Bill W. for 29 years. Richard’s family and friends will always remember him for being full of energy, having a great sense of humor, being a hard worker and being devoted to his family.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Richard to St. Jude Children’s Hospital (to donate CLICK HERE).
Prayers of Christian Burial Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 2PM at the Funeral Home. Cremation following by DeJohn Crematory. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Richard at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF SOUTH EUCLID, 4600 MAYFIELD RD. (just east of Green Rd.) Saturday 11-2PM.
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Donnie Rapposelli
So very sorry for your loss. May he rest in eternal peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Terri St. John
Kasey, we are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers-.
Terri & Bill St. John
Rick Fryan
Saddened by the news of Rich’s passing. He was such a fun person and I have fond memories of his humor.
Matt Hollis
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Rose family. RIP Richard Rose !
Shaun and Nora Powers
Dear Ryan, Kasey and the Rose family,
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Rick’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace. God Bless.
Debbie Safford
Dearest Mimi, Tim, Terry, Geoff, Greta, Patti, Ryan and kasey,.. I’m am so deeply saddened to hear of Richard’s Passing. Wishing I could be there tomorrow to remember Rich, however , I am out of town. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will forever remember the many great memories I had with Richard, and he will always stay in my heart.
rod whittington
Very sorry for your loss.
Richard could always make you laugh and was always fun to have on our softball team as well as our golf league.
Love to all❤️